Aragonite Crystal Clusters Moroccan 20 Pieces

A collection of approximately 20 aragonite mineral specimens, sourced from Morocco. Aragonite forms in distinctive branching, coral-like crystal clusters with warm red-orange to straw-yellow tones — a set well-suited to mineral collections, display shelves, educational use, or retail. What This Collection Offers Approximately 20 individual specimens at a total weight of around 3.3 kg — enough to fill a display case, supply a small shop, or build out a personal collection. Aragonite's branching crystal formations are visually distinctive and often described as "iron flowers" because of their intertwined, twig-like structure. Each specimen is a natural formation — no two are alike in size, colour, or crystal pattern. The warm red-orange to yellow colour palette makes aragonite a visually striking complement to cooler-toned minerals like amethyst or celestite in a collection. Aragonite from Morocco Aragonite is a calcium carbonate mineral that forms around hot springs and in cave environments as stalactites. It shares the same chemical composition as calcite but has a different crystal structure, which produces its characteristic needle-like and branching formations. Morocco is one of the notable source regions for the clustered, star-shaped specimens in this collection. Total weight: approximately 3.3 kg for the set. Display and Handling Aragonite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5-4, which means it is relatively soft and can be scratched or broken if handled roughly. Display on a stable, padded surface. Dust gently with a soft brush rather than a damp cloth — aragonite can be sensitive to water over extended contact. Keep away from acids and vinegar, which will react with the calcium carbonate. Common Questions How large are the individual aragonite specimens? Sizes vary naturally within the set. The total collection weighs approximately 3.3 kg across roughly 20 pieces, so expect a range from smaller palm-sized clusters to slightly larger display pieces. Is aragonite fragile? More so than quartz or agate, yes. The branching crystal formations can break if dropped. Handle with care and display in a protected position. What is the difference between aragonite and calcite? They share the same chemical formula (calcium carbonate) but have different crystal structures. Aragonite forms needle-like, branching clusters, while calcite typically forms blocky or rhombohedral shapes.